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1-7. Safety information
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Before driving
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CAUTION
■SRS airbag precautions
Observe the following precautions regarding the airbags.
Failure to do so may cause death or serious injury.
●The driver and all passengers in the vehicle must wear their seat belts properly.
The SRS airbags are supplemental devices to be used with the seat belts.
●The SRS driver airbag deploys with considerable force, and can cause death or
serious injury especially if the driver is very close to the airbag. The National
Highway Traffic Safety Administration (“NHTSA”) advises:
Since the risk zone for driver airbag is the first 2 - 3 in. (50 - 75 mm) of inflation,
placing yourself 10 in. (250 mm) from your driver airbag provides you with a
clear margin of safety. This distance is measured from the center of the steering
wheel to your breastbone. If you sit less than 10 in. (250 mm) away now, you can
change your driving position in several ways:
• Move your seat to the rear as far as you can while still reaching the pedalscomfortably.
• Slightly recline the back of the seat. Although vehicle designs vary, many driv- ers can achieve the 10 in. (250 mm) distance, even with the driver seat all the
way forward, simply by reclining the back of the seat somewhat. If reclining
the back of your seat makes it hard to see the road, raise yourself by using a
firm, non-slippery cushion, or raise the seat if your vehicle has that feature.
• If your steering wheel is adjustable, tilt it downward. This points the airbag toward your chest instead of your head and neck.
The seat should be adjusted as recommended by NHTSA above, while still main-
taining control of the foot pedals, steering wheel, and your view of the instrument
panel controls.

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2-1. Driving procedures
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When driving
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CAUTION
●Do not turn the engine off while driving.
The power steering and brake booster systems will not operate properly if the
engine is not running.
●Use engine braking (downshift) to maintain a safe speed when driving down a
steep hill.
Using the brakes continuously may cause the brakes to overheat and lose effec-
tiveness. (→P. 1 1 9 )
●When stopped on an inclined surface, use the brake pedal and parking brake to
prevent the vehicle from rolling backward or forward and causing an accident.
●Do not adjust the position of the steering wheel, the seat, or the inside or outside
rear view mirrors while driving.
Doing so may result in a loss of vehicle control that can cause accidents that may
result in death or serious injury.
●Always check that all passengers' arms, heads or other parts of their bodies are
not outside the vehicle, as this may result in death or serious injury.
●Do not drive in excess of the speed limit. Even if the legal speed limit permits it, do
not drive over 85 mph (140 km/h) unless your vehicle has high-speed capability
tires. Driving over 85 mph (140 km/h) may result in tire failure, loss of control and
possible injury. Be sure to consult a tire dealer to determine whether the tires on
your vehicle are high-speed capability tires or not before driving at such speeds.
■When driving on slippery road surfaces
●Sudden braking, acceleration and steering may cause tire slippage and reduce
your ability to control the vehicle, resulting in an accident.
●Sudden changes in engine speed, such as engine braking caused by up-shifting
or down-shifting, may cause the vehicle to skid, resulting in an accident.
●After driving through a puddle, lightly depress the brake pedal to make sure that
the brakes are functioning properly. Wet brake pads may prevent the brakes from
functioning properly. If the brakes on only one side are wet and not functioning
properly, steering control may be affected, resulting in an accident.
■When shifting the shift lever
Be careful not to shift the shift lever with the accelerator pedal depressed.
This may lead to unexpected rapid acceleration of the vehicle that may cause an
accident and result in death or serious injury.

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3-2. Using the audio system
Audio system type
■Using cellular phones
Interference may be heard through the audio system’s speakers if a cellular phone is
being used inside or close to the vehicle while the audio system is operating.
With navigation system
Owners of models equipped with a navigation system should refer to
the “Navigation System Owner's Manual”.
Without navigation system
CD player with changer and AM/FM radio
Ti t l ePa g e
Using the radioP. 1 9 8
Using the CD playerP. 2 0 5
Playing back MP3 and WMA discsP. 2 1 1
Optimal use of the audio systemP. 2 1 9
Using the AUX adapterP. 2 2 2
Using the steering wheel audio switchesP. 223

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3-2. Using the audio system
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Interior features
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Using the steering wheel audio switches
Turning on the powerPress when the audio system is turned OFF.
The audio system can be turned off by holding the switch down for a few sec-
ond.
Changing the audio source
Press when the audio system is turned ON. The audio source
changes as follows each time the switch is pressed.
FM1 →FM2 →CD changer →AUX →AM →S AT 1 →S AT 2 →S AT 3
Adjusting the volume
Press + on to increase the volume and - to decrease the volume.
Hold down the switch to continue increasing or decreasing the volume.
Some audio features can be controlled using the switches on the steering
wheel.
Power on, select audio
source
Vo l u m e
Radio: Select radio stations
CD: Select tracks, files (MP3
and WMA) and discs

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When trouble arises
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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■If the tire pressure warning light comes on after blinking for 1 minute frequently
If the tire pressure warning light comes on after blinking for 1 minute frequently
when the “ENGINE START STOP” switch is turned to IGNITION ON mode, have
it checked by your Lexus dealer.
■Customization that can be configured at Lexus dealer
The vehicle speed linked seat belt reminder buzzer can be disabled. (Customizable
features →P. 4 4 7 )
CAUTION
■If the tire pressure warning light comes on
Be sure to observe the following precautions. Failure to do so could cause loss of
vehicle control and result in death or serious injury.
●Stop your vehicle in a safe place as soon as possible. Adjust the tire inflation pres-
sure immediately.
●If the tire pressure warning light comes on even after tire inflation pressure adjust-
ment, it is probable that you have a flat tire. Check the tires. If the tire is flat,
change to the spare tire and have the flat tire repaired by the nearest Lexus
dealer.
●Avoid abrupt maneuvering and braking. If the vehicle tires deteriorate, you could
lose control of the steering wheel or the brakes.
■If a blowout or sudden air leakage should occur
The tire pressure warning system may not activate immediately.

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Alphabetical index
Alphabetical index
A/C .............................................................188
ABS................................................................ 161
Adaptive front lighting system ......... 136
AFS .............................................................. 136
Air conditioning filter ..........................340
Air conditioning systemAir conditioning filter .......................340
Automatic air conditioning system ................................................... 188
Airbags
Airbag operating conditions........... 79
Airbag precautions for your child.......................................................... 83
Airbag warning light ........................ 376
Curtain shield airbag operating conditions..............................................80
Curtain shield airbag precautions .......................................... 83
Front passenger occupant classification system.........................88
General airbag precautions ........... 83
Locations of airbags............................. 77
Modification and disposal of airbags .................................................... 87
Proper driving posture ............. 75, 83
Side airbag operating conditions..............................................80
Side airbag precautions .................... 83
SRS airbags .............................................. 77 Alarm.............................................................72
Antenna .................................................... 202
Anti-lock brake system ......................... 161
Armrest .................................................... 273
Ashtray...................................................... 266
Audio input.............................................. 222
Audio system
Antenna.................................................. 202
Audio input............................................ 222
AUX adapter ....................................... 222
CD player/changer ......................... 205
MP3/WMA disc................................... 211
Optimal use ........................................... 219
Portable music player ...................... 222
Radio .........................................................198
Steering wheel audio switch.........223
Automatic air conditioning system ..................................................... 188
Automatic headlight leveling system ...................................................... 137
Automatic light control system........ 135
Automatic transmission Automatic transmission ..................... 119
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P................................... 409
S mode ..................................................... 120
AUX adapter ......................................... 222
Auxiliary box .......................................... 262A